The Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (BCCP) is a Medicaid program for women who have been diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer at certain screening clinics called Women’s Wellness Connection sites (WWC). BCCP also covers breast and cervical conditions that may lead to cancer if not treated.
Who is eligible?
Women who:
- Have been diagnosed through a WWC site;
- Are between 40 and 64 years old;
- Have an income less than 250% of the Federal Poverty Level;
- Have not had a mammogram or Pap smear test in the last year;
- Do not have health insurance or it does not cover breast or cervical cancer treatment;
- Are not currently enrolled in Medicaid and are not eligible for Medicare; and
- Are U.S. citizens or qualified non-citizens.
How does someone apply?
The WWC screening site will help eligible women apply.
- A nearby WWC site can be found by calling toll-free 1-866-951-WELL (9355) or by visiting http://www.cdphe.state.co.us/pp/cwcci/index.html
What services are available?
- All Medicaid services including breast reconstruction after breast cancer surgery
Certain services require prior authorization as described in the Medicaid billing instruction manuals published by the Fiscal Agent.
Presumptive Eligibility
Presumptive eligibility allows a woman to enroll in Medicaid for a short time before a BCCP Medicaid application is received and processed. The presumptive eligibility form and BCCP Medicaid application must be completed at the WWC site. Presumptive eligibility allows women to start treatment quickly after a diagnosis is made.
Clients eligible for BCCP are exempt from enrollment in Medicaid managed care programs.
For further information regarding the Breast and Cervical Cancer Program, please contact Diane Stayton, Program Administration Specialist, Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing, at 303-866-2385 or diane.stayton@state.co.us.
